The Olympics are coming to Los Angeles in just two short years - can you believe it? Melissa Forziat from TAKE THE DONUT does an insightful interview with Minna Stess about how she got started, her journey to LA, advice for younger skaters coming up and more! We encourage you to give it a listen!
This Go Skateboarding Day event is completely free! There will be food, live music, skateboarding and more!
INFO: June 20th from 4–7 pm at the Upland Memorial Skatepark.
All you need to need to bring is you and your friends, your skateboard, and good vibes!
Get Ready! From June 26–28, X Games will kick off the MoonPay X Games League Summer Season with an exciting festival-scale fan village and more than 100 of the world's best Skateboard, BMX and Moto X athletes
** tickets on sale now at an early bird price - while supplies last!!
SACRAMENTO, Calif. [April 9, 2026] — X Games is redefining action sports competition this summer, starting in Sacramento with the debut of the MoonPay X Games League (XGL) spanning three days of elite Skateboard, BMX and Moto X competition, live music, and immersive festival programming, June 26-28 at Cal Expo. Sacramento serves as the opening stop of the inaugural MoonPay XGL Summer Season, positioning the city at the center of a new era for action sports.
In partnership with Visit Sacramento, MoonPay X Games Sacramento 2026 will bring together more than 100 of the world’s top Skateboard, BMX, and Moto X athletes, competing across 18 medal events. At the same time, Cal Expo will transform into a full-scale “X-Fest” festival village, blending action sports, music, and culture with nightly concerts and headliners to be announced soon.
“Sacramento is where fans will experience the future of X Games first,” said Jeremy Bloom, CEO of X Games. “With the launch of the MoonPay X Games League, we’re introducing a new, team-based format that creates season-long stories, more opportunities for athletes, and deeper fan connections–all while delivering the same world-class competition and festival atmosphere that has defined X Games for the past 30 years.”
The competition schedule includes 18 marquee events across Skateboard, BMX and Moto X, including:
Friday: Men’s BMX Park, Women’s Skateboard Park, Moto X Best Whip
Saturday: Men’s Skateboard Street, Dave Mirra BMX Best Park Trick, Women’s Skate Vert Best Trick, Men’s Skateboard Park, Men’s BMX Dirt, Moto X Best Trick, Men’s Skateboard Vert Best Trick
Sunday: Women’s Skateboard Street, Men’s Skateboard Vert, Men’s BMX Street, Women’s BMX Park, Women’s Skateboard Street Best Trick, Men’s Skateboard Street Best Trick, Women’s Skateboard Vert, BMX Dirt Best Trick
MoonPay X Games Sacramento 2026 partners include league title sponsor MoonPay, league founding partner Monster Energy, and additional event sponsors Stake, Bobcat, U.S. Army, 805 Beer, Proximo Spirits, High Noon and others.
“The arrival of the X Games League marks a definitive moment in Sacramento’s evolution as a sports tourism hub,” said Mike Testa, President & CEO of Visit Sacramento. “We’ve already proven our mastery in hosting world-class culinary and music experiences, and by adding elite action sports to our roster, we are signaling to the world that Sacramento is a must-visit destination where fans and athletes alike can experience the absolute best of what’s next.”
Girl is NOT a 4 Letter Word team riders on the red carpet together - Mazel, Kaylee, Anna, Coco and Brooke
All red carpet photos by @ianloganphoto x @girlisnota4letterword - if using on social please credit both
We were at the Moonpay X Games League Draft to cover the red carpet arrivals, and let me tell you, it was great seeing all the female skaters and BMX riders bringing their “A” game with their fashion choices (the guys looked pretty good too!!) Our young team riders showed up dressed to impress, each with their own personal style.
Big shout out to our team rider Mia Kretzer who wasn’t able to make it to the USA for this event but was drafted for XGL Team Los Angeles! Huge moment for this phenomenal 11 year old skater!!
Pro team rider, Minna Stess (USA), arrived fresh off her podium finish in Brazil at the World Championships in Women’s Park, and looked stunning in a Prada sweater, black jeans, a silk tie as a belt, and silver Converse - mixing the fashion x skater vibe perfectly!
Huge thanks to X Games for having us cover the red carpet!
Pro Skater Minna Stess
Knowing that this league has equal amounts of women and men competing is another thing we love about it. Watching Chloe Covell selected as the first draft pick was a huge moment and set the precedent that we were watching something very different in action sports than what we have seen in the past.
Chloe Covell
On March 12, 2026 History was made at Cosm Los Angeles as the inaugural 2026 MoonPay X Games League (XGL) Draft brought together the world’s best skateboard and BMX athletes and more than 500 guests to witness the first X Games draft, marking a new era in action sports.
With a limited number of ticketed guests inside the immersive venue, the excitement kicked off as XC New York General Manager Steve Rodriguez selected sixteen-year-old Australian skateboard phenom Chloe Covell as the number one draft pick, XC Los Angeles General manager Sharalee “Haze” Hazen followed by choosing 17-time X Games skateboard medalist and Southern California native Tom Schaar. XC Tokyo General Manager Harumi Suzuki then selected record-setting, eight-time X Games gold medalist skateboarder Arisa Trew of Australia. Rounding out the first round, XC São Paulo General Manager Bob Burnquist chose Brazilian skater Gui Khury, the most medaled teenager in X Games history, with 15, and counting–officially forming the foundation of the four inaugural X Games Clubs.
Photo via XGL
When asked about what it was like to be the first athlete drafted to the MoonPay X Games League, Covell responded,
The draft streamed live worldwide across the ESPN App in the United States and globally on The Roku Sports Channel, YouTube, Kick, and the X Games TV FAST Channel on Amazon, giving fans around the world a front-row seat as teams were built in real time.
Held inside state-of-the-art Cosm Los Angeles, the event blended sports, entertainment and culture in a setting designed to bring fans closer to the action than ever before. The venue’s massive wraparound LED dome and cinematic production created a one-of-a-kind stage as the league’s four clubs assembled their rosters live in front of the crowd.
“This is a defining moment for action sports,” said Jeremy Bloom. “For three decades, X Games has celebrated the world’s best athletes through iconic competitions. Tonight, we’ve taken the next step—creating teams, building rivalries, and launching a league that will connect fans with these athletes year-round. Seeing the energy inside Cosm tonight showed exactly why the MoonPay X Games League is going to change the game.”
The MoonPay X Games League introduces a new chapter for the iconic brand with a year-round, global, team-based format that expands beyond traditional standalone X Games events. Each X Games Club will feature 10 athletes — five men and five women — selected through the draft to compete together across the inaugural season.
The four clubs representing global cities that will anchor the league’s debut season are:
XC Los Angeles
XC New York
XC São Paulo
XC Tokyo
During the draft, the four club general managers — Sharalee “Haze” Hazen (XC Los Angeles), Steve Rodriguez (XC New York), Bob Burnquist (XC São Paulo), and Harumi Suzuki (XC Tokyo) — selected 40 athletes representing eight different countries, ages 11-35, from a pool of more than 180 who opted into the draft, completing five rounds of selections and forming the inaugural team rosters. Athletes across skateboarding and BMX disciplines participated in the historic moment, including global stars such as Tom Schaar, Hannah Roberts, Arisa Trew, Kevin Peraza, and Nyjah Huston.
The draft was presented by league title partner MoonPay, with additional support from league founding partner Monster Energy and league partners Stake, Exodus, 805 Beer, High Noon, and Kraken Rum.
As part of the draft-night experience, league partner Exodus introduced a first-of-its-kind activation bringing crypto signing bonuses to action sports. Drafted athletes received signing bonuses delivered through Exodus’ self-custody crypto wallet platform, marking one of the first integrations of digital asset compensation into a professional sports league draft. The activation highlighted how the MoonPay X Games League is blending sport, technology, and culture while expanding earning opportunities for athletes in the new team-based format.
Following the draft, athletes, partners, and guests celebrated on the rooftop of Cosm overlooking Hollywood Park, where Grammy-winning producer BNYX delivered a surprise performance that capped off the monumental evening.
The inaugural MoonPay X Games League Summer Season begins June 26 in Sacramento, followed by X Games Japan on July 4–5, before culminating with the league championship July 24–26 inside the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans. The team with the highest cumulative score across the season will be crowned the first MoonPay X Games League champion.
Arisa Trew with all the young skaters she is inspiring!
Chloe Covell and Paige Heyn
Lilliy Stoephasius
Sky Brown
Chika
BMX’s Angie Marino
Arisa Trew signing autographs for the girls
Raicca Ventura
Lilly Eriickson
Liz Akama
Katelyn West
Anna Shea
Bryce Wettstein
Joey Yarbrough
Arisa Trew
Amelia Brodka and the Exposure Skate Crew
All red carpet photos by @ianloganphoto x @girlisnota4letterword - if using on social please credit both
Raicca Ventura
Photos by Lauren Brooke - please make sure to credit @lauren_brooke_photography if sharing on socials
The World Championships in Sao Paulo, Brazil, were a total nail-biter. From rain delays to who moved on during the women’s park quarter-finals, semi-finals, and finals, it was one to watch!
Mazel Paris
Team rider Mazel Paris was a standout during the women’s park qualifier - at just 12 years old, Mazel was leading the charge and in the number one position until almost the end of the women’s park qualifier! Such a huge achievement to make it to the quarter-finals and be in the higher scoring group of women. The talent is getting younger and younger!
Minna Stess
Team rider Minna Stess pushed hard, making it through the open qualifiers, to the semi’s, and then into the finals -and that’s not all! Minna had an epic second run and ended up landing on the podium, taking home 3rd for the USA.
Rain delays during the finals wreaked havoc on the women’s park event. After one run each and partway through the second set of runs (with only Sky and Arisa to go), the rain started (again). The girls started a game of Uno to pass the time while waiting to find out whether the event would continue.
Sky Brown
The “squeegee team” did an excellent job of drying the park quickly and Arisa and Sky were able to get their runs in. At this point, Sky was still in 1st place, and after her second run, Arisa was in 4th. But then the rain started again. The officials decided to call it and use the scores from the 2nd runs as the finals.
This meant that Sky Brown was in 1st, Mizuho Hasegawa took 2nd, and Minna Stess grabbed 3rd.
Congrats to all the women for showing up and pushing it further than last year!
Huge thanks to Lauren Brooke for sharing her amazing photos with us!
Ruby Lilley
Kihana Ohawa
Lilly Stoephasius
KASSO FEST SKATE & SOUND Taps Red Bull as Official Media Partner and Reveals Full Artist Lineup, DJ, Event Host, Schedule, and Added Skaters Ahead of Two-Day Festival
The two-day festival announces its complete programming slate ahead of the event, with Red Bull joining as official media sponsor to bring the global skate and music community together.
Long Beach, CA - KASSO, the global movement that reimagines skate culture through speed, creativity, and community, is excited to announce the official media sponsor joining in on the two-day festival event taking place in Long Beach, California, from March 21-22.
As the festival’s official media partner, Red Bull will amplify KASSO FEST’s coverage, giving fans around the world front-row access to all the action. Live streaming of the event will be available on Red Bull Skateboarding YouTube channel starting March 22nd as well as Red BullTV so fans everywhere can experience the excitement.
Joining previously announced headliners LaRussell and EARTHGANG, KASSO is proud to welcome Andy Mineo on Saturday, March 21, and The Mainliners on Sunday, March 22, rounding out the festival’s musical lineup. The festival will also feature Long Beach based Secret Service, as the official DJ, keeping the energy high between sets, and legendary commentator Selema Masekela as the festival host, guiding fans through the two-day celebration of skate and sound.
In addition to the impressive lineup reveal, skaters Kyle Walker, Torey Pudwill, Franky Villani, Raphae Ueda, David Loy, Ayahiro Uratsuka, Yurin Fuijii, CJ Collins and many more will also be in attendance. This now brings the lineup to 28 skaters from around the world to show off their skill set.
Lastly, KASSO is excited to share the daily schedules set for Saturday and Sunday. Course 1 kickoffs will start at 12:30PM each day followed by a musical act. Across the two-day festival, skaters will take on four dynamic courses designed to test speed, precision, and creativity. Course 1 features the Long Beach Downhill, followed by RailCoaster on Course 2. Course 3 will debut a brand-new obstacle course introduced exclusively at this event, while Course 4, Million Jump LB, will serve as the final fortress challenge. Additional details on each course will be revealed soon.
Bringing together an iconic media partner, diverse musical acts, and world- class skate talent, KASSO SKATE & SOUND FEST sets the stage for an unforgettable two-day event that celebrates skateboarding, fashion, community, and art in Long Beach for all to enjoy.
For ticket types and details, visit bit.ly/kasso_lb — and for more event updates, announcements, and latest on featured skaters, be sure to follow KASSO
About KASSO
From TBS TELEVISION, INC., the creators of global hit shows like Takeshi’s Castle and SASUKE (American Ninja Warrior), comes a bold new concept: a skateboarding-meets-physical game show experience. Elite skaters from around the world, across all borders and backgrounds, will take on massive, high-difficulty stages in pursuit of total domination.
Built around the theme “Never Been Done”, a celebration of doing what no one has ever done before, KASSO is a brand that represents the next generation of cultural movement, blending street, fashion, music, and community into one global stage. To learn more about KASSO, visit their official website:
All images and info Via World Skate SB
The Skateboarding World Championships are happening in Sao Paulo, Brazil right now!
Yesterday Open Qualifiers went down for women’s street and today is women’s park Open Qualifiers. About 60 women from around the world are competing in each.
Next up will be Quarter-finals for both women’s street and park happening on Friday..
Once we get to semi-finals on Saturday and finals on Sunday, there will be a LIVE broadcast via YouTube (for everywhere except AU)
Arisa Trew XGSLC Photo Durso via X games
Via Deadline: Hello Sunshine, alongside Ally Financial and the Lyda Hill Philanthropies’ If/Then Initiative, announced today the next chapter of The Rise, the documentary series chronicling the growth of women’s sports. Two highly anticipated feature-length documentaries – The Inaugural Season of the Professional Women’s Hockey League and The Gold Medal Girls of X Games – will premiere February 16, 2026, exclusively on Peacock.
Following the December debut of WNBA 2024: The Year That Changed Everything and The New Moneyball, these two new installments continue The Rise’s behind-the-scenes look at the athletes, investors, and visionaries reshaping the sports world in real time. As women’s sports reach unprecedented levels of cultural relevance and commercial success, Hello Sunshine’s documentary teams have embedded with leagues and athletes at pivotal inflection points.
The Gold Medal Girls of X Games features Olympic gold medalist Arisa Trew. For 30 years, X Games has been at the intersection of youth sport, music, fashion, gaming, and creator-driven storytelling. The Gold Medal Girls of X Games drops into the sun-soaked, rebellious world of Southern California skate culture, following four teenage phenoms on the road to X Games Ventura 2024. These girls are winning medals in addition to shaking up the exclusive, male-dominated community and ushering in a new era of skateboarding.
The documentary features Tony Hawk, Arisa Trew, Shiloh Catori, Reese Nelson, Jada Ward, Amelia Brodka, Lyn-Z Hawkins Pastrana, Selema Masakela, and Trevor Ward.
It is directed and executive produced by Patty Ivins Specht (Billie Jean King’s Groundbreakers (PBS), Light In the Water (Logo)). Additional executive producers include Josh Rakic, Jeff Moorad, Vince Castellanos, and Pete Dellaria.
Long Beach, CA – KASSO, the global movement that re-imagines skate culture through speed, creativity, and community, has officially announced its headliner musical artists and initial skater lineup ahead of the two-day festival that is taking place in Long Beach, California, from March 21-22.
Kicking off musical performances, LaRussell will be taking center stage on Saturday, fresh off his performance at the official NFL Tailgale for Superbowl. He will be followed by EARTHGANG, who will close out Sunday. Both artists will bring their hip-hop and rap energy to the skate community.
Additionally, KASSO is also excited to announce the initial list of elite skater talent that will be making appearances throughout the weekend, including Leo Romero, Greyson Fletcher, Cordano Russell, Tom Schaar, Gavin Bottger, Taylor Kirby, Jiro Platt, Dashawn Jordan, Hayate Kamimura, and Ren Suematsu, to name a few. As of today, Jamie Foy and Jaws have also officially joined the lineup. Whether taking the course or showcasing their skill-set, their participation is guaranteed to bring the Long Beach and skater-enthusiast communities together for an exciting two-day spectacle. By blending the intersections of skate, sound, and street culture, KASSO FEST SKATE & SOUND continues to cement itself as the ultimate new era cultural experience filled with creativity and movement.
For ticket types and details, visit bit.ly/kasso_lb — and for more event updates, announcements, and latest on featured skaters, be sure to follow KASSO on socials. Premium Parking tickets are available starting today to purchase for VIP buyers at $40. Additionally, when you purchase 5 or more tickets, a 15% off discount will be applied.
About KASSO: From TBS TELEVISION, INC., the creators of global hit shows like Takeshi’s Castle and
SASUKE (American Ninja Warrior), comes a bold new concept: a skateboarding-meets-physical game show experience. Elite skaters from around the world, across all borders and backgrounds, will take on massive, high-difficulty stages in pursuit of total domination. Built around the theme “Never Been Done”, a celebration of doing what no one has ever done before, KASSO is a brand that represents the next generation of cultural movement, blending street, fashion, music, and community into one global stage
To learn more about KASSO, visit their official website:
Los Angeles, CA (February 6, 2026) — X Games is excited to host an unprecedented live event taking place Thursday, March 12 at Cosm Los Angeles, marking the first-ever draft in X Games history and the official launch point for the new MoonPay X Games League era. The event is invite-only, with a limited release of Superfan tickets available for purchase.
Tickets are now available at: xgamesdraft.frontgatetickets.com
Athletes, fans, and special guests will witness 40 of the world’s best skateboarders, and BMX riders drafted live to one of four inaugural X Games Clubs ahead of the MoonPay X Games League Summer Season. The evening will begin with a red-carpet arrival at 4:30 p.m. PT, where a select group of invited, draft-eligible athletes will showcase their individual style. Doors to guests open at 5:30 p.m. PT, followed by the live draft beginning at 6:30 p.m. PT. The MoonPay X Games League Summer Draft will be streamed live on the ESPN App, The Roku Sports Channel, X Games on YouTube, Kick.com, and the X Games TV Fast channel on Amazon from 6:30–8:30 p.m. PT, giving fans around the world a front-row seat to this historic moment.
The four teams and their General Managers include XC São Paulo, GM Bob Burnquist, XC Tokyo, GM Harumi Suzuki, XC Los Angeles, GM Sharalee Hazen, and XC New York, GM Steve Rodriguez. Founder athletes Nyjah Huston and Ryan Williams will be in attendance in addition to dozens of top skate and BMX athletes including teen phenoms Arisa Trew and Chloe Covell, legendary competitors Tom Schaar and Kevin Peraza, female trailblazer Hannah Roberts, and many others.
Early rounds will be presented on stage, while later rounds will be revealed via draft boards, building anticipation throughout the night. Athletes who declare for the draft but are not selected on draft night will remain eligible to compete as free agents at X Games events or be called up as injury replacements during the season.
This Inaugural event is brought to you MoonPay, Monster Energy, Stake, 805 Beer, Kraken Rum, High Noon, and iHeartMedia. The 2026 MoonPay XGL Summer Draft sets the stage for the inaugural MoonPay X Games League Summer Season, which kicks off June 26, 2026, in Sacramento, California.
Due to extremely limited availability, fans are encouraged to act fast! Get your tickets today at XGLDraft.frontgatetickets.com. To learn more about the MoonPay X Games League, visit xgames.com/xgl.
ABOUT MOONPAY X GAMES LEAGUE (XGL)
MoonPay X Games League (XGL) brings an exciting new extension to the iconic X Games brand as the world’s first year-round, team-based, co-ed league in action sports. The League features eight Clubs (four winter X Games Clubs and four summer X Games Clubs) that fuse geographical identity with global athletic talent as they compete. These Clubs will be comprised of the top athletes in the world competing for what will become the most coveted trophy in action sports.
For the first time in X Games history, athletes compete in a structured season and team-based format, allowing for season-long storylines and deeper athlete-fan engagement across broadcast, streaming, live events, and digital platforms. This represents a fundamental shift in the world of action sports as XGL aims to build stronger global presence and regional connections for athletes, teams, fans, and sponsors. The formation of XGL greatly expands compensation opportunities for athletes far beyond existing prize purses, with additional earning potential as part of the league’s team model. To learn more, visit xgames.com/xgl/ or follow us on Instagram, X, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, and LinkedIn.
ABOUT COSM
Cosm is the leading experiential media and immersive technology company redefining the way the world experiences content. With a storied history of building some of the most innovative technology experience in the world, Cosm provides sensorial experiences for every type of fan, from sports and entertainment to immersive art and education. Its immersive venues bridge the virtual and physical worlds through pioneered technology that expands the realm of what’s possible, connecting people and bringing them together in Shared Reality. As the company continues to expand to new cities and countries, Cosm is sparking shared passions and providing guests across the globe with experiences they need to feel to believe. To learn more about Cosm, visit www.cosm.com and follow on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and TikTok.
Created in 2020 by Mel Ramirez and Kava Vasquez to give the thriving women’s skate scene at River Avenue Skatepark their gold, Bronx Girls Skate’s grassroots approach continues to carve out new spaces throughout New York City.
For their first collaboration with Nike SB, the Bronx Girls Skate Dunk Low reinterprets the iconic colors of NYC transit with an Uptown homage to the Boogie Down.
Go Behind the Design of the Bronx Girls Skate SB Dunk Low with Mel and Kava.
The SB Dunk Low by Bronx Girls Skate releases Friday, January 23 in select skate shops and Tuesday, January 27 in SNKRS.
Find a shop near you: https://www.nikesb.com/shops Get Notified in SNKRS: https://www.nike.com/launch/t/nike-sb...
Mizuho Hasegawa Photo Ballard Image provided by X Games
The New X Games League (XGL) will Kick off with the First Stop of the Summer Season in Sacramento, CA from June 26 - 28, followed by Japan from July 4 – 5, 2026
BOULDER, CO [December 12, 2025] – X Games has officially announced the dates and locations of the first two X Games League (XGL) summer event stops, kicking off the highly anticipated action sports league where for the first time in action sports history, clubs and individual athletes will be able to rack up points for a chance at the championship. The first Summer League stop will take place in Sacramento, Calif. from June 26 – 28, followed by Japan from July 4 – 5, 2026. These two stops will be ahead of the soon-to-be announced championship event, which will be the final stop of the inaugural 2026 XGL summer season.
“The launch of the X Games League marks an exciting new chapter for the athletes and the fans,” said Jeremy Bloom, CEO of X Games. “Sacramento and Japan are two places that elevate action sports with their energy, passion, and support. Starting the league in locations that consistently show up for the athletes creates the perfect foundation for what XGL is built to deliver — world-class competition, progression, and unforgettable experiences.”
XGL Stop 1: Sacramento, CA, USA – June 26 – 28, 2026
The debut of X Games League will kick off in Sacramento, Ca. with organizing partner Visit Sacramento. The event will host more than 100 world class skateboard, BMX and moto-X athletes in addition to a full lineup of music appearances and an extensive festival village, known as X Fest.
“Sacramento is proud to bring such a world-class event to both residents and tourists,” said Mike Testa, President & CEO of Visit Sacramento. “Hosting the first league event for X Games is not only an honor, but a testament to Sacramento’s investment in providing our community unforgettable experiences.”
XGL Stop 2: JAPAN – July 4 – 5, 2026
The following weekend, X Games will return to Japan, a destination full of avid sports fans, action sports athletes, and cultural centers. This will be the second event of the inaugural three-stop summer season, and a chance for XClubs and athletes to continue to build points ahead of the championship event.
“We are looking forward to having X Games return to Japan for such a monumental season of the new X Games League,” said Shinji Kawano, Head of X Games Japan Organizing Committee. “Bringing X Games to Japan, where athletes have become such a driving force behind action sports progression, will only continue to inspire new generations. It’s going to be a great event.”
The 2026 X Games Summer League schedule includes three stops – two regular season events and a championship event. At each stop, four XClubs will bring a drafted roster of ten of the world’s best male and female skateboarders and BMX riders to compete across various action sports disciplines. These stops will also include additional action sports-related events and a variety of cultural and festival experiences, live music, sponsor activations and more.
Ahead of the 2026 XGL Summer Season, the four soon to be announced XClubs will pull from a list of more than 150 elite skateboard and BMX athletes from around the world to complete their team rosters at the upcoming XGL Summer Draft. The Draft is scheduled to take place at the Cosm in Los Angeles on Thursday, March 5 and will stream live on ESPN+ on the ESPN App and via YouTube from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. PT.
ESPN will showcase more than 100 hours of X Games action over the next two years via live telecasts in the U.S. on ESPN, ABC and ESPN2 and via livestream globally on YouTube. Full event schedules, ticking information, and more details will be announced in the near future. Stay tuned to xgames.com and xgamesjapan.com and sign up for X club via email to get exclusive updates and early ticket access to all events.
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ABOUT X GAMES
Since 1995, X Games has defined action sports—from Tony Hawk’s 900 to Shaun White’s halfpipe dominance to the rise of BMX and skateboarding as global forces. Over 30 years, it has become more than a competition: it’s a cultural touchstone, blending sports, music, fashion, and community. For more information, visit www.xgames.com, or follow @xgames on TikTok, X, Instagram or Facebook.
ABOUT X GAMES LEAGUE (XGL)
Launching in 2026, the X Games League (XGL) brings an exciting new extension to the iconic X Games brand as the world’s first year-round, team-based, co-ed league in action sports. The League features eight Clubs (four winter XClubs and four summer XClubs) that fuse geographical identity with global athletic talent as they compete. These Clubs will be comprised of the top athletes in the world competing for what will become the most coveted trophy in action sports.
For the first time in X Games history, athletes compete in a structured season and team-based format, allowing for season-long storylines and deeper athlete-fan engagement across broadcast, streaming, live events, and digital platforms. This represents a fundamental shift in the world of action sports as XGL aims to build stronger global presence and regional connections for athletes, teams, fans, and sponsors. The formation of XGL greatly expands compensation opportunities for athletes far beyond existing prize purses, with additional earning potential as part of the league’s team model. To learn more, visit xgames.com/xgl/ or follow us on Instagram, X, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, and LinkedIn.
Girl is NOT a 4 Letter Word team rider, Mazel Paris, blazed into her first SEA Games and took home gold in women’s park for team Philippines! At just eleven years old, Mazel is showing the world that age is just a number as she is now the youngest SEA Games champion!
BOULDER / ASPEN, CO (December 9, 2025) — X Games Aspen 2026 today unveiled its full music lineup, bringing an electrifying mix of global stars, fan favorites, and rising talent to Buttermilk Mountain from January 23–24, 2026. This year’s slate features previously announced powerhouse headliners Alesso and Disco Lines, plus newly announced high-energy daytime performances from TESSLA, Kendoll, Girlfriends, and an exciting DJ debut by X Games Gold Medal Skateboarder and Olympian Sky Brown.
Building on the X Games tradition of pairing world-class action sports with top-tier live music, this year introduces an exciting update: all daytime music performances will be free and open to the public.
2026 MUSIC LINEUP
Friday, January 23 – Day (Free): TESSLA
Friday, January 23 – Night (Ticketed): Disco Lines
Saturday, January 24 – Day (Free): Kendoll, Girlfriends, Sky Brown (DJ debut)
Saturday, January 24 – Night (Ticketed): Alesso
Friday Lineup – TESSLA / Disco Lines
TESSLA, a female DJ duo who split their time in LA and Aspen create unique DJ mixes that span genres including house, disco and pop electronic. They graced Perry Stage at Lallapalooza in Chicago last summer and will be returning to X Games Aspen to perform on Friday afternoon after a stellar performance at the 2025 event.
Disco Lines will kick off the weekend Friday night fresh off the global success of his smash single “No Broke Boys,” which is currently charting on Spotify’s Top Songs in the World and recently hit #1 on Billboard’s Hot Dance/Electronic Songs chart. His signature mix of playful energy, crisp production, and hometown roots makes him one of the fastest-rising names in dance music.
Saturday Lineup – Sky Brown, Kendoll, Girlfriends / Alesso
Saturday fans are in for a treat as two-time Olympic medalist skateboarder Sky Brown takes the stage for her DJ debut at 17 years old. When Brown isn’t skating, she enjoys writing, rapping and singing and even released a single titled “Girl” when she was just 12 in 2020.
DJ and producer Kendoll has been pushing the boundaries of music since she started her career in Seattle at 16. She has been making waves ever since, with massive support from industry giants such as Insomniac, and has played alongside big artists like AC Slater, Wax Motif, Dr. Fresch, Slushii, Marshmello, Redlight, Anna Lunoe, Destructo, Chris Lorenzo, + many more.
Girlfriends, a duo of longtime friends, have wowed audiences globally with their catchy brand of pop-punk since they joined forces at the beginning of the decade. They perform at festivals around the world and support genre titans like Avril Lavigne, Pierce the Veil and The Used.
Alesso will close out the stage on Saturday night, bringing his signature high-energy sound to X Games Aspen 2026. A global leader in dance music, Alesso has made history as the first international recording artist to score two consecutive #1 hits on Billboard Dance Radio and has since launched his own label, BodyHi. In 2025, he’s not only continued to top the charts with releases like “Destiny” and “Inside Our Hearts,” but he’s also fused the worlds of sports and music with a performance alongside GRAMMY-nominated cellist Tina Guo in their remix of “Ascension” at the Esports World Cup Opening Ceremony. Known for continually pushing sonic boundaries, Alesso is an electrifying fit for X Games.
Celebrating 25 years in Aspen, X Games 2026 is also bringing back the world’s most iconic winter events — including Ski and Snowboard Slopestyle, SuperPipe, Big Air, and Knuckle Huck, plus the return of Snowmobile Speed & Style and Freestyle. More than 100 of the world’s best skiers, snowboarders, and snowmobile riders will compete for X Games gold and global glory.
General admission tickets for evening events and headliner shows are selling out quickly. Fans looking for an elevated experience can still purchase Gold and Silver hospitality packages for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, including premium viewing, exclusive lounges, and upgraded amenities. Fans nationwide can catch the high energy ski, snowboard and snowmobile competitions live on ESPN and ABC, with global coverage streaming on YouTube.
For tickets, schedules, and the latest updates on X Games Aspen 2026, visit xgames.com.
About X Games
Since 1995, X Games has defined action sports—from Tony Hawk’s 900 to Shaun White’s halfpipe dominance to the rise of BMX and skateboarding as global forces. Over 30 years, it has become more than a competition: it’s a cultural touchstone, blending sports, music, fashion, and community. For more information, visit www.xgames.com, or follow @xgames on TikTok, X, Instagram or Facebook.
BOULDER, CO — [November 11, 2025] — X Games has announced a landmark three-year partnership with Monster Energy, establishing Monster Energy as the Official Energy Drink of the X Games and Founding Partner of X Games League (XGL). As the most significant deal to date between Monster Energy and X Games, it underscores a shared mission: to put athletes first and create a sustainable future for action sports.
“Everything we do at X Games starts with athletes,” said Cherie Cohen, Chief Revenue Officer at X Games. “This partnership ensures that our athletes who define our culture have more opportunity, more security, and more spotlight. Monster Energy has stood beside these athletes for years, and now, as we launch the X Games League, they’re helping us build a platform that gives them year-round careers and global recognition.”
Monster Energy’s expanded role will fuel prize purses, double down on athlete storytelling, and offer on-site global event activations that elevate the world’s best riders and skaters. The partnership is rooted in core principles of athlete benefits and supporting the transition from a standalone event model to a professional sports league to grow athletes’ brands worldwide.
“For more than a decade, Monster Energy has backed the athletes who define X Games and push progression in action sports,” said Dan McHugh, Global CMO of Monster Energy. “This new partnership builds on that legacy, giving athletes bigger stages, stronger support, and the recognition they deserve. The X Games League is the future of action sports, and athletes are the ones leading it.”
As founding athletes of the XGL, Monster Energy’s Nyjah Huston and Ryan Williams shared their excitement about what this moment means for skateboarding, BMX, and the future of action sports.
“Monster Energy has supported me and so many skaters for years, not just at X Games but throughout our careers,” said XGL Founder athlete and legendary Monster Energy skateboarder Nyjah Huston. “They’ve always been about putting athletes first, and the X Games League is going to take that even further. It’s sick to see a format that gives us more opportunities to compete, tell our stories, and connect with fans all season long.”
Huston spoke to skateboarding’s global reach, while Williams emphasized what the new model means for BMX progression.
“Monster Energy has always been there for BMX and the athletes driving it forward,” added Monster Energy BMX freestyle phenom Ryan Williams, who is also an XGL founder athlete. “They’ve been behind the athletes pushing progression, and now with the X Games League, we finally have a platform built around us. It’s huge for BMX, huge for action sports, and I’m proud to be part of it from day one.”
X Games League launches in 2026 with a multi-stop summer season and expands in 2027 with the addition of the XGL winter season. The league introduces a new layer of competition where each season athletes compete individually and as part of teams, creating new narratives and deeper fan connections. As an X Games League Founding Partner, Monster Energy will be integrated across the summer and winter athlete drafts, digital storytelling, and season-long broadcast programming—all designed to highlight the athletes at the center of the sport.
The X Games League will give action sports athletes added structure, visibility, and earning opportunity. Monster Energy’s support represents the largest step forward in three decades of action sports—one built entirely around the athletes who make it possible.
ABOUT X GAMES
Since 1995, X Games has defined action sports—from Tony Hawk’s 900 to Shaun White’s halfpipe dominance to the rise of BMX and skateboarding as global forces. Over 30 years, it has become more than a competition: it’s a cultural touchstone, blending sports, music, fashion, and community. Learn more at www.xgames.com.
ABOUT X GAMES LEAGUE
Launching in 2026, the X Games League (XGL) brings an exciting new extension to the iconic X Games brand as the world’s first year-round, team-based, co-ed league in action sports. The League features eight city-based Clubs (four winter XClubs and four summer XClubs) comprised of the top athletes in the world competing for what will become the most coveted trophy in action sports.
For the first time in X Games history, athletes compete in a season and team-based format, allowing for season-long storylines and deeper athlete-fan engagement across broadcast, streaming, live events, and digital platforms. This represents a fundamental shift in the world of action sports as XGL aims to build stronger global presence and regional connections for athletes, teams, fans, and sponsors. The formation of XGL greatly expands compensation opportunities for athletes far beyond existing prize purses, with additional earning potential as part of the league’s team model. To learn more, visit xgames.com/xgl/ or follow us on Instagram, X, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, and LinkedIn.
ABOUT MONSTER ENERGY
Based in Corona, California, Monster Energy is the leading marketer of energy drinks and alternative beverages. Refusing to acknowledge the traditional, Monster Energy supports the scene and sport. Whether motocross, off-road, NASCAR, MMA, BMX, surf, snowboard, ski, skateboard, or the rock and roll lifestyle, Monster Energy is a brand that believes in authenticity and the core of what its sports, athletes and musicians represent. More than a drink, it's the way of life lived by athletes, bands, believers, and fans. See more about Monster Energy including all of its drinks at www.monsterenergy.com.
Arisa Trew
Photos by Lauren Brooke - please make sure to credit @lauren_brooke_photography if sharing on socials
Bowl on Saturday blew us away, so we should have known that it was simply a precursor for what was to come watching vert on Sunday. The tricks were varied and the height these skaters got was massive. We knew there had been a lot of progression, but we were not expecting what we saw!.
Big thanks to event co-founders, Amelia Brodka and Lesli Cohen, as well as all the volunteers and sponsors that make this huge event happen year after year!
Huge thanks to Lauren Brooke for sharing her amazing photos with us!
Keep scrolling and be prepared to be blown away!
Elizabeth Amador
Anna Shea
Kate and Riley
Juno Matsuoka
Lulu Johnson
Mayzie Feher
Lilly Stoephasius
Mazel Paris
The stoke was real!
Maria Luiza Pessoa
Nina Ye
Akari Takeda
OPEN/PRO VERT
Arisa Trew
Mizuho Hasegawa
.Nina Ye
INTERMEDIATE VERT
Fuyuka Takano
Kate Kuno
Yuina Tachibana
BEST TRICK OPEN/PRO VERT
Arisa Trew
BEST TRICK INTERMEDIATE VERT
Riley Zhang
HIGHEST FRONTSIDE AIR
Mazel Paris
HIGHEST BACKSIDE AIR
Mizuho Hasegawa
Mazel Paris
Photos by Lauren Brooke - please make sure to credit @lauren_brooke_photography if sharing on socials
This past weekend EXPOSURE SKATE held their 14th annual contest - this event is the largest and longest running skateboard contest in the world. Over 200 skaters (including Olympians) from 15 different countries competed in Bowl, Street and Vert. For all of us, this is the best weekend of the year!
Our team rider, Mazel Paris, entered pro bowl this year and at just eleven years old took the win, competing against some of the best pro skaters in the world! From prelims to finals, her runs were solid and a mix of back to back tricks that wowed the judges.
One of our newest team riders, Coco Waldo took 1st in Advanced women’s Bowl and Intermediate Street - a big achievement!
We are super proud of all eight of our team riders who showed up, skated hard, made finals, wowed the crowd and cheered everyone on! Congrats Anna Shea, Mayzie Feher, Kaylee Chen, Emma Sue, Klara Kaermoade, Brooke Benton, Mazel Paris and Coco Waldo!
Big thanks to event co-founders, Amelia Brodka and Lesli Cohen, as well as all the volunteers and sponsors that make this huge event happen year after year!
Huge thanks to Lauren Brooke for sharing her amazing photos with us!
Scroll on for more visual goodness!
Mayzie Feher
Bryce Wettstein
Harlow Johnsey
Klara Kermoade
Lilly Erickson
Arisa Trew and Jada Ward
Anna Shea
Coco Waldo
Joey Yarbrough
Ruby Lilley
Mizhou Hasegawa
Kate Kuno
Hedda Hjertgerg
Mayzie Feher
Riley Zhang
Riona ito
OPEN PRO/BOWL
Mazel Paris
Yvonne Lin
Lilly Erickson
ADVANCED BOWL
Coco Waldo
Louise Pages
Tilda Will
INTERMEDIATE BOWL
Lydia Areschoug
Emma-Victoria Smets
Nayla Romy
LONGEST SLIDE
Jordan Santana
LONGEST FRONTSIDE GRIND
Ruby Lilley
LONGEST BACKSIDE GRIND
Harlow Johnsey
- World’s top skateboarders and BMX riders will be drafted to four teams ahead of the inaugural X Games League (XGL) season -
- Launching a new era in action sports, a select number of fans can experience the draft LIVE at Cosm Los Angeles in Hollywood Park -
- The event will be streamed LIVE on ESPN+ on the ESPN App and via YouTube on March 5, 2026, from 6:30-8:30pm PT -
[LOS ANGELES – NOVEMBER 5, 2025] The 2026 X Games League Summer Draft will take place on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at Cosm Los Angeles in Hollywood Park when the world’s top skateboarders and BMX riders, both men and women, are drafted to teams for the first time. The event will stream LIVE on ESPN+ on the ESPN App and via YouTube from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. PT.
The inaugural 2026 XGL Summer Draft will pull from a list of more than 150 elite skateboard and BMX athletes from around the world, with general managers of the four teams selecting ten athletes each (five men, five women) to complete their rosters ahead of the 2026 XGL Summer Season.
“Draft night plays a pivotal role in any professional athlete’s career, and the XGL draft will mark the beginning of a new era for our athletes, teams, and fans,” said Annie Lokesh, Head of X Games League. “Transitioning from invitation-only events to a draft-based co-ed professional league is a major step forward for the next generation of action sports athletes. Holding the draft at Cosm – a venue as iconic and innovative as the athletes being called to the stage – adds to the excitement and anticipation around the X Games League.”
The evening will kick off with a red carpet arrival for the select group of invited athletes to showcase their individual style. In the weeks leading up to the draft, the X Games social and digital platforms will spotlight draft-eligible athletes through content and highlights from major global competitions.
Fans will have the opportunity to attend in person and experience the draft in Cosm’s state-of-the-art immersive venue, which will showcase live action and behind-the-scenes X Games access in a completely new way. A limited number of “Superfan” tickets will be available for purchase and fans can sign up for alerts on xgames.com/xgl to be the first to know when tickets are available.
X Games League Summer Draft Format Overview:
The athlete ‘opt in’ window took place earlier this year, which was open to all athletes.
The team general manager will choose the roster.
The draft will consist of five rounds and eight athletes will be drafted in a “snake” order. Each team makes two selections per round.
At the end of five rounds, the team’s ten roster spots will be filled by five women and five men, bringing the total to 40 drafted athletes.
Both sports (Skateboard + BMX) must be represented on the team.
Early rounds will be presented live on stage. Later rounds will be revealed via draft boards.
Athletes who declared for the draft but who are not selected on draft night will be eligible to compete as free agents at X Games or be called up as injury replacements.
The 2026 XGL summer season schedule and four inaugural Clubs will be announced at a later date. For more details about XGL, click here.
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About X Games League (XGL)
Launching in 2026, the X Games League (XGL) brings an exciting new extension to the iconic X Games brand as the world’s first year-round, team-based, co-ed league in action sports. The League features eight city-based teams (four winter XClubs and four summer XClubs) comprised of the top athletes in the world competing for what will become the most coveted trophy in action sports.
For the first time in X Games history, athletes compete in a season and team-based format, allowing for season-long storylines and deeper athlete-fan engagement across broadcast, streaming, live events, and digital platforms. This represents a fundamental shift in the world of action sports as XGL aims to build stronger global presence and regional connections for athletes, teams, fans, and sponsors. The formation of XGL greatly expands compensation opportunities for athletes far beyond existing prize purses, with additional earning potential as part of the league’s team model. To learn more, visit xgames.com/xgl/ or follow us on Instagram, X, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, and LinkedIn.
Team rider, Mazel Paris has had a banger of a week! She just took 1st place in Pro Bowl at Exposure Skate on Saturday, and that evening her “This is Eleven” part dropped at the La Paloma Theater in Encinitas, CA.
If you missed the premiere, you can watch it here on REPEAT!
We are so hyped for you Mazel!
Video film and edit by Josue Sanchez
Music: “witches” by Alice Phoebe Lou
If you can’t make it down to Encinitas for Exposure Skate, you can now catch the LIVESTREAM on the X Games YouTube channel HERE
Complete Exposure Schedule of events below - Open/Pro will be Livestreamed!
